How to Pronounce "octane"
word
ˈɑkteɪn
AHK-tayn
ˈɒkteɪn
OK-tayn
Definition
A chemical compound in gasoline, often used to measure how well fuel can resist knocking in engines. Commonly seen as 'octane rating' at gas stations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑkteɪn
British English
ˈɒkteɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AHK-tayn
UK
OK-tayn
Listen in Context
This gasoline has a high octane rating.
Engine performance improves with better octane fuel.
The octane number is shown on the gas pump.
Should I pay extra for premium octane gas?